While wild swimming during the depths of winter might seem like a slightly mad idea, it's a pastime that's becoming hugely popular. In fact, part of the ritual of this slow living hobby often involves ...

Formal swimming lessons significantly reduce the risk of drowning for young children. More than 40 million adults don't know how to swim; more than half have never taken a lesson. Nonfatal drowning ...

WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – With the warm summer weather, many people choose to go swimming to cool off from the sun. If you are trying to beat the heat and go swimming this summer, besides pools ...

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For the most part, summer is every young swimmer’s dream. Beautiful, sunny swim meets, post-practice ice cream, and fun await swimmers who dedicate their summer to the sport. There’s a relaxation to ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – In light of recent ...

GAITHERSBURG, Md. — According to the Centers for Disease Control, accidental drowning is the leading cause of death among toddlers. For children ages 5-14, drowning is the second leading cause of ...

It happens all too often: summer fun turns to tragedy around the water. Drownings are increasing, which is why Consumer Reports explains it's critically important to follow basic safety precautions ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – It will be another hot and humid day, and one of the best ways to beat the heat during the summer is to go swimming. Friday is World Drowning Prevention Day, to raise ...

To perform well in training for SEALs, Navy EOD, Dive Schools, SWCC, Marine Recon, Air Force PJ, Rescue Swimmer and other special diving programs, you must master swimming straight (and fast). When ...